Godby's McIrvin commits to TSU

1:17 AM,
Sep. 25, 2012

Written by

Jim Lamar
| Democrat associate editor

A transcript issue left McIrvin ineligible to play football during his junior year at Godby High. Though tempted to quit, McIrvin stuck with it and practiced every day despite never being able to play in a game.

Just one month into his senior season, McIrvin's perseverance was rewarded when he accepted a full scholarship offer from Tennessee State University. He announced his commitment Monday night and said he will sign with the Tigers in February. ...